[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 70 (Tuesday, May 24, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1080]
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                   TRIBUTE TO DAVID I. MARASH-WHITMAN

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                            HON. ZOE LOFGREN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 24, 2005

  Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize David I. Marash-
Whitman for his prize winning entry in the 56th Intel International 
Science and Engineering Fair.
  Last week, over 1,400 pre-college students participated in the Intel 
International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix. Students from 
several countries submitted entries in hopes that they would win a 
portion of the $3 million in scholarships, tuition grants, internships 
and scientific field trips given away. This annual competition awarded 
six of nine Bay Area students for their entries, three of whom reside 
in San Jose.
  David is a 13-year-old student from Kehillah Jewish High School. His 
project, titled ``Design for Biodegradation: Harnessing Natural Decay 
by Managing Physical and Chemical Dynamics'' investigated optimal 
nitrogen-carbon ratios, moisture and aeration for increasing the rate 
and total degradation of compost. His entry won him a second-place 
prize ($1,500) in environmental sciences.
  The Intel International Science and Engineering Fair promotes 
education and creativity in a way that is vital to a youth's 
development. These types of activities encourage students to explore 
the fields of science and engineering. This kind of innovation will 
drive the United States' economy into the future. Being from Silicon 
Valley, I fully understand the importance and impact that these studies 
have on America's prosperity.
  I am proud to stand here today and recognize David for his 
accomplishments. I urge him and all youth alike to continue to take 
interest in these fields, and lead the United States in its development 
of science and engineering exploration.

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